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Marine Biologists and Oceanographers

If you reflect increasing interest in environmental issues related to marine bio and life or just curious about the micro-organisms in the ocean then pursue career as marine biologist or oceanographer.

A career in marine biology encompasses an almost infinite number of opportunities about marine life. There are a number of career paths to choose from, and deciding where to study marine biology is a critical step in determining which path to choose.

Marine biologists or oceanographers working in research investigate the ecological, physiological, cellular, and biochemical characteristics of marine bacteria, plants, and animals. You might teach, work outdoors and/or underwater, or even in an office. It's most likely that you would work in a variety of environments during the course of your career.

Oceanographers may specialize and become:

Marine geologists - studying the ocean basins; Marine chemists - determining the chemical composition of water or sediments; Marine physicists - studying the properties of currents, waves and tides; Marine biologists - describing marine life and how organisms interact with their environment.

Academic Qualifications for Marine Biologists and Oceanographers

To be a Marine Biologists one needs to study have a Bachelor's degree either in Biology or Chemistry or Ecology or Mathematics or Geology or Anthropology. The minimum educational requirement for an entry-level job as a Marine biologist is Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Marine biology. For research and university teaching positions, PhD in Marine biology is required. One cam specialise in ecology, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, parasitology, reproduction and development, ocean farming, pollution biology, energy resources and conservation.

Skills Required to be Marine Biologists and Oceanographers

Observation skills- Base their findings on sound observation and careful evaluation of data.

Interpersonal skills- Most Marine Biologists and Oceanographers work as part of a team with engineers, technicians, and other scientists.

Problem-solving skills- Work on complex projects filled with challenges.

Stamina- Oceanographers may need to work in a variety of environments and remote locations in the sea while research.

Writing skills- Write reports and research papers that explain their findings.

Scope of Marine Biologists and Oceanographers in India

One of the emerging specialisation is Marine biotechnology research which is applicable in many areas. Marine Biologists and oceanographers have great scope in India. They can find employment in government sector organizations like Geological Survey of India, Oil India, Meteorological Survey of India, Department of Oceanography, etc. They can work as scientists and research assistants.

Marine biologists find employment as Marine mammal specialists, naturalists, marine museum or aquarium administrators, educators, conservationists, and fisheries experts. They can find jobs in marine laboratories, the water industry, coastal authorities, seaweed growing companies, fisheries and within the leisure and tourism industry. They may do research on a specific marine species, and teach at a college or university.

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